The Lord has been doing some exciting things in the Presbyterian Church through church planting. Click here for a video of stories for your encouragement and prayers.
Prayer, Praise and Thanksgiving Notes from GAV 2021
(From the minutes of the 2021 General Assemblies) ‘Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.’ (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18) SUNDAY Australian Presbyterian World Mission (Vic) Committee Responsible for Victorian Presbyterian missionaries and assisting in their support on the field and during Home Assignments, maintaining Partner Agency …
INTERVIEW WITH PCV LAW AGENT, GEOFF COX
How did you come to be the PCV Law Agent? The Law Agent is an officer of the General Assembly. Following Brian Bayston’s retirement as the PCV’s Law Agent of 41 years I was formally appointed to the role by the Assembly in 2015. Before then, my introduction to the work of the PCV had come personally in the life …
General Assembly 5-7, 13 & 15 October 2021
On Tuesday, 5th October 2021, Rev Peter Phillips was appointed as the Moderator of the General Assembly of Presbyterian Church of Victoria. Congratulations to Peter and we look forward to having you and Lorraine represent the Presbyterian Church of Victoria. PUBLIC LIVE-STREAM:The YouTube Channel –Day 1 (5 October) https://youtu.be/X16KtHMhLqQDay 2 (6 October) https://youtu.be/gcXqtnbPxQkDay 3 (7 October) https://youtu.be/ThPfot97Sr0 Day 4 (13 …
From spiritual dishwashing to co-labouring in the Gospel
Amy Isham – WMV Committee What the new Women’s Ministries Victoria committee structure means for you In my doctoral thesis fieldwork, I found a strange phenomenon, when I was studying women in community leadership, I found that they juggled their community work along with other work and family commitments. Another rural researcher, Jo Little, researched women’s voluntary work and how …
General Assembly 5 – 7 October via Zoom
Rev Philip MercerModerator The Commission of Assembly authorised me to make a decision regarding the mode of meeting for the 2021 Assembly, taking into account all relevant factors relating to the medical emergency we currently find ourselves in with COVID-19. Having discussed the matter with the Clerk and the incoming Moderator, I have formed the view that we need to …
“…he will make her deserts like Eden, her wastelands like the garden of the Lord.”
Today, we are told, marks the 200th day lived under lockdown restrictions for Melburnians. The past 18 months have been tumultuous where everyone has had to adapt and we were not excluded. We conducted three Assembly meetings virtually, in June, August and October 2020. After emerging from our 111 day lockdown (8 Jul 2020 to 27 Oct 2020), Victorians enjoyed …
Geelong West Building Opening – Take 3!
Rev Luke McSeveny invites you join with Geelong West in thanksgiving for God’s provision of its new building. If you’re unable to attend please view this three minute video with thanks to our good God. The opening service is now scheduled for Friday 9th July, 7pm. Attendance is RSVP given capacity restrictions at the following link: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/160678813657
Jobs at PCV
Expressions of interest and applications are open for the following roles: Church Architect – For more information and for a copy of the position description, please contact Ralph Kop (Convener, Building and Property Convener) on 0400 665 197 or Les Oliver (Church Architect) on 0417 157 784. Expressions of interest close on the 30th June 2021. Minister, Malvern Presbyterian Church …
Scotch College Museum and Archive
John Wilson, in his capacity as the Deputy Chairman of Scotch College Council, recently attended the Grand Opening of Scotch College Museum and Archive. The Archive display says: “From the 1830s, Presbyterian churches emerged alongside Scottish immigrants. The Scots coming to Victoria brought with them beliefs and attitudes that helped shape the predominantly Protestant ethos of the colony. They were …